First I just want to say thank you to all of the reviews and people who followed my story. I'm real excited about this one because there is a lot more father daughter bonding, more drama and action, and of course, more Tony Stark!

So without further ado, I give you part two!

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Fix Me If You Dare

Damnit! His plans were ruined! He received the letter in the mail informing him of the latest news. Tony Stark was biologically Sadie Stark's father. Now there was no way he could get custody of his sister's daughter. And the girl was so much prettier than her mother too. Well, there were still the visits but it just wasn't the same. He wanted to have control over her. Just like he did her mother before she went and got herself a foster family. Damn whore. At least he made sure she paid for her mistakes. Oh, she'd pay through her daughter. Only problem was that now he had another problem to deal with. Well, he'd cross that bridge when he got to it. For now, he just needed a moment to vent his rage.

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Tony groaned. For once, he wished he could just sleep in, but unfortunately, he had a plane to catch. He looked over and found his seven year old daughter curled up next to him. She had her favorite bear and had her head tucked under his armpit. He never understood that. Every time he let her sleep in his bed with him, it was like his BO was a safety net.

He heard a loud odiferous fart and saw Kala sleeping next to Sadie, snoring loudly.

Tony rolled his eyes, but couldn't help but love being in this position. He never thought he'd like fatherhood so much, but found it to be a pleasant experience. Course it helped that his newly discovered daughter turned out to be a genius and one of the calmest and most well-mannered kids he'd ever met.

She groaned and stirred in her sleep and he enjoyed watching her for a minute, basking in the thought that this kid was so trusting and loving towards him unconditionally that she was willing to suffer his armpit for a night just to be with him. He put his arm protectively around her and smiled, smoothing her hair. She had a small bruise on her head from the other day when she collapsed again. He felt her chest and it never ceased to amaze him how faint her heartbeat was and how shallow her breathing felt.

"Sir, Child Services are here with the Parkers." Jarvis said loudly, making Sadie jump and wake up.

Kala growled and barked.

"Down girl, wait until we can make it look like an accident." Tony mumbled. He'd nearly forgotten that those ass holes were coming for a short visit today before he left on his trip. Sadie was excited to go. Pepper had promised her New York for just the two of them while Tony worked on his opening at the Expo.

Sadie yawned, rubbing her eyes. She smiled at Tony who smiled back, "Is it time to go yet?" she asked.

He chuckled, "If only. Let's just get through the morning, kiddo."

She nodded. She hated seeing those people. They had come a few times after the first visit and Kala still wanted to rip their heads off, Sadie was still very frightened of them, and Tony and Pepper blatantly hated them. They were still trying to take Sadie away, even after it was confirmed he was her father. They'd always bring Child Services around trying to catch Tony in his latest mistake with his Iron Man escapades to put Sadie in their "safe care".

No matter what, they kept trying. It was getting rather annoying. But they were not denied visitations just because of some attempts at trying to get Sadie into their lives.

Tony quickly got dressed and Sadie let Kala lead her downstairs quickly before those people came into the house.

Tony made coffee while he waited for Pepper to lead them in and Sadie to get dressed and come out. He knew she took her time purposely. The less time with them, the better.

He begrudgingly shook hands with Evan Parker, who had come without Heather this time.

"Heather's fallen ill, I'm afraid." He explained, "She would have loved to have come though."

"I'm sure." Tony said, drinking his coffee.

Sadie came out with Kala and sat at the kitchen table while Tony fixed her some cereal and put her medicine on the table for her. Pepper made him practice this to show CS that he was competent enough to take care of his daughter.

"Where did you get the bruise, Sadie?" Evan asked coming over. Kala growled low in her throat. He glared at the dog while Sadie ignored him.

"Dear God, no one hurt you I hope!" he said.

Tony rolled his eyes and Sadie glared at Evan, "I fell when I had another Diabetes attack you moron!"

Tony suppressed a proud grin, winking at Sadie.

Evan cleared his throat, "I'm sorry to hear that. But you didn't go to the hospital?"

"No. I'm fine. If you actually did your research you would know that I don't always need a hospital after an attack."

Once again, Tony suppressed the urge to do a high five with her.

"Oh. Well. I understand you're going to New York this weekend. What will you do?" he asked.

"Have fun. Get some relief from you." She snapped.

"Now Sadie, I know you're grumpy, but let's try to just get to know each other." He said patiently.

She glared at him, "I'm not grumpy. You don't want to see grumpy."

Tony nodded. The poor bastard really didn't want to see that.

"I heard you're going to Monaco afterwards." He said again.

Sadie smiled at Tony, "My dad's taking me. I've never been to another country before!"

"How nice. Will you get good care over there?"

"Dr. Hill knows some international doctors who will be available in case." Pepper piped in. She was busy on her laptop but was happy to intervene when it came down to it.

"Well. You'll have to tell me all about it when you come home." He said.

"You mean, when I come home with my daddy here." She corrected.

"Of course that's what I meant." He smiled.

"Sadie, why don't you finish packing. The grownups need to talk." Tony said, coming forward. Sadie was finished eating and was all too happy to listen to her father.

Once out of the room, Tony advanced, "Listen, I don't know what kind of scheme you're pulling but Sadie is my kid and you can stop with the obvious show you're putting on."

"I'm just doing what's best for her." Evan repeated the same line over again, "I'm just concerned with your…endeavors, that she'd be put in real danger and that you'd be…unfit to care for her. After all, Iron Man may be a superhero, but there are villains who could hurt her to get to you."

"Then I'll deal with them. You just stay out of it." Tony growled.

"For my nieces sake, I will continue to fight." He said, "She deserves better and I can give her that."

"For my daughter's sake," Tony spat, "I will fight back and know that, I may be Iron Man, but that only means I can kick your ass to kingdom come if you so much as lay a hand on her."

"Good day Mr. Stark. Until the next meeting." Parker said, then left with the CS agent in tow.

Tony didn't know what to think with all the different CS agents. They all looked quiet and scared. Afraid to speak or do anything. Just take notes and stay out of it. It bothered him.

He sighed and was relieved when Sadie came back out.

"Is it safe?" she whispered.

Tony looked around, "All clear!" he said.

"Phew. I was afraid he'd get his arm chewed off if he got any closer." She said.

"If that happened, I'd be paying your dog!" Tony laughed, picking her up and swinging her. It was the little things he enjoyed doing with Sadie that made him feel he wasn't as ripped off from fatherhood. Sure he missed her birth, her tooth fairy phase, her first surgeries, and even her first words and baby steps, but at least he could do things a real father would do and Sadie would let him. Turns out, Tim hadn't shown as much affection to her, but Tony was glad to take his place and just remind her of his good times and show her how a real father could be.

She giggled excitedly and Kala wagged her tail, happy that the danger had passed and her mistress was in good hands, healthy and content.

"You two ready to go yet?" Pepper asked.

"You bet!" Sadie said, excitedly.

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Pepper was in a dither on how much to bring. They would reach the airport soon and Sadie and Pepper would be taken to a hotel for just the two of them for a nice relaxing weekend together.

Pepper was finishing up fixing up all of Sadie's medication when she came out to get her. The sight made her stop and smile for a moment.

Tony was reading his notes for the Expo and Sadie was sleeping in his lap. Pepper knew how much this meant to Tony. They both had so much in common and this brought them closer together. She hated to ruin the moment but was relieved of the task when Jarvis spoke up.

"We are landing at our destination in ten minutes precisely, sir."

Sadie jumped but smiled. Tony helped her into her seat and fixed her seatbelt while Pepper sat down as well.

"Now Tony, try not to go too crazy with this Expo. I feel this is going overboard." She commented as they went down.

"Relax Pep, you don't have to do anything. Just keep an eye on Sadie."

Pepper sighed. She knew at this point it was a lost cause trying to get Tony to back off with the Expo. It was just an ego show for him and they both knew it.

"Stay in one piece and we'll meet you at the airport in a couple of days." She said.

"Call if she has trouble." He said.

"Call if you make trouble." Pepper shot back.

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Pepper and Sadie had the time of their lives at the day spa. Both needed a haircut and Pepper needed some color. Tony and Sadie were causing her grays to come out already. Pepper enjoyed getting to know Sadie a little bit better and as it turned out, Sadie never did anything like this with her mom. Pepper understood that her mother was under a lot of stress with Sadie and her health, so it didn't surprise her that Sadie never got moments like this with her mom. She was glad though that she was the lucky one to experience it with her.

"What about your other dad, Tim?" she asked.

"He liked to tell me history stories about the wars. He also told me about a superhero named Captain America. He said his daddy told him stories and he grew up reading his comics and stuff. He loved it when we talked about history." Sadie said sadly. Pepper understood that Sadie never bonded with Tim the way she did with Tony.

"Tony loves you." Pepper said.

"I know." Sadie smiled, "He said he's gonna teach me more about Arc Reactors and give me a new heart."

Pepper was stunned. Tony had never told her he was planning on giving Sadie an Arc Reactor. She'd have to speak with him about this.

"Don't tell him, but I don't really want it." Sadie said, "I don't want to hurt his feelings."

Again, Pepper was stunned, "Why not?"

"I don't want a different heart."

"Oh? Why?"

"Cause I'm afraid I won't love him the same."

Pepper smiled, "A new heart won't do that." She assured her.

Sadie looked at her darkly, "I heard a story about a woman who got new eyes and she could see things that the person before her had."

"That's a ghost story." Pepper reassured Sadie, "You sure are superstitious for a science wiz."

"Wanna know why?"

Pepper leaned in.

"It's a secret, so don't tell."

Pepper nodded.

Sadie took a breath, "I died twice. Under the knife."

Pepper's eye widened.

"I can sometimes hear and see things now that aren't logical…except for Jarvis."

Pepper whistled, "Wow, doesn't it scare you?"

Sadie shook her head and shrugged, "Not too much. It's just weird. But don't tell anybody."

"Scouts honor, now, I don't know about you but I want to get a little something nice to wear for Monaco. And you sweetie are in need of some cute dresses and hats and a bathing suit."

"They might not fit in a few weeks, though." Sadie said sadly.

"I don't know, you've been putting on some good weight." Pepper commented. In truth, Sadie only gained a couple of pounds really. Mainly because she was happy. However, her health was deteriorating slowly at the same time.

Sadie shrugged, "It's probably all the take out. Daddy can't cook." She giggled.

"He made a nice ice cream sundae that one time." Pepper snorted.

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Of all the annoying calls to get on a vacation. One minute Pepper and Sadie were enjoying the hotel pool, the next, they were summoned to Washington D.C. for a hearing. She didn't want to bring Sadie but had no choice as their babysitters were limited in D.C. Sadie was so exhausted from the trip that Pepper let her sleep on Kala on the bench. Pepper felt like she was babysitting two kids now. Only one acted more mature than the other and she was napping!

Truth was, Sadie tried sleeping, but it was so loud and annoying that she just tuned it out. She hated listening to what they were saying to her dad. It reminded her too much of everyone trying to take her from him. First CS was trying to take her from her dad, now the government was trying to take his suits that he built. And before that Stane wanted his company. What was next?

After a while she heard some commotion and looked up. People were gasping and cursing and staring at a TV.

"Oh my God!" Pepper moaned and tried to cover Sadie's eyes from the violence on the screen.

"No…immediate danger here…Is that Justin Hammer?" her dad said from the questioning table.

Sadie lay back down. She just couldn't listen or hear anymore. Her stomach hurt and she was dizzy. Kala was whining and could tell her mistress needed help. Kala stood up and lead Sadie out, Pepper in tow, before they could see the rest of Tony's display.

Pepper was giving Sadie water as the press followed Tony out. He saw how pale and sickly Sadie looked and dropped his ego and went to help her.

"Let's go." He said sternly to Pepper and walked off with Sadie in his arms.

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"Sadie come on down it's starting." Her dad said on the intercom. Sadie stopped her homework and went downstairs. She was doing fine until she opened the door and her dad and Pepper were arguing.

"I'm here now." She said. They continued to bicker and she rolled her eyes walking towards Butterfingers to say hi.

"Sade's I told you to use the elevator!" Tony suddenly barked at her and continued to argue with Pepper.

Sadie glared. She wasn't puny and hated being treated as such.

She sighed as her dad was trying to tell Pepper he was making her CEO. That is why she came down at least. To celebrate.

"CEO?" Pepper yelled, "But…but…"

"I'm actually capable of naming worthy heirs and since I don't really want this responsibility anymore, the only worthy person is you." Tony said as he poured them champagne.

"What about Sadie?" she asked.

Sadie shrugged, "I'm only seven. When I'm of age then you can hand it down."

"That's actually in the clause too, I'm making sure of it." Tony added.

"Congratulations Pepper!" Sadie smiled.

For a while Pepper was stunned and finally realized her good fortune when she and Tony clinked glasses. Sadie smiled, happy for her dad and Pepper.

The moment was short lived when she had a sensation she wasn't used to having so quickly.

Tony and Pepper heard Kala barking and then a crash. Both looked up to see Sadie on the floor, shaking and panting.

"Oh my God!" Pepper cried, dropping her glass.

Tony ran to her and turned her over, "No, this can't be happening. I just gave her her medicine! Jarvis!"

"Sir, she is having another insulin attack."

"I'll get the juice!" Pepper said, running to get the emergency juice Tony put all over the house.

Tony held Sadie upright. She fought every step of the way and managed to spill half the bottle of juice over everyone with her flailing and shaking.

"Sades, stay with me!" Tony said firmly and both managed to get her to swallow some juice and she calmed down immediately.

She coughed and drank some more.

"This one hit her fast. Kala can usually tell when it's coming but, this must have been quick." Pepper panted.

"Dr. Hill warned us about this." Tony commented, cleaning Sadie up with a towel.

"Thank God we're doing surgery soon." Pepper said.

"No."

"What? What do you mean NO?" Pepper demanded.

"I have a plan and I'm not gonna risk it for some surgery that would only delay the inevitable if I don't go through with it." He said.

Pepper groaned. This is what Sadie had been talking about. She didn't know how on earth she could broach this with them.

"Tony, this is your daughter's life we are talking about, not some…suit test!"

"I know that. That's why I'm doing this."

"Tony, you would have done it ages ago if it would work, but you haven't and I have to believe either something is really wrong or you're just biding your time for no reason."

Tony cradled Sadie and glared at Pepper, "I'm working out the kinks to be 110% sure it will work. I'm going to save her."

"Iron Man can't save everyone." Pepper sighed, looking sad.

"Well, Tony Stark can try then."

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